Chief Engineer DP

Job description / Role

• Hold complete responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the engine room, any maintenance of machinery and, according with Company Procedures, for the operation of any DP control power generation on ship powered by main propulsion machinery of 3.000 kW propulsion power or more
• As key member of the onboard crew, ensure the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of vessel equipment and machinery according to International conventions and regulations, Flag state requirements, Class requirements, local
• requirements and regulations and Company policy
• Whenever required, act as MS (Maintenance Supervisor) as defined in IMO resolution A. 1079 (28)
• As part of the VMT of the vessel, shall ensure the best performance of the vessel and its crew to achieve the projects requirements

Requirements

• Report to the Master DP, hold a complete responsibility for the safe maintenance and operation of the engine room and any other machinery onboard the vessel, ensure that the crew and all technical staff is trained and aware of Company requirements, latest industry codes, class, flag state and standards
• Ensure all workspace technical and maintenance activities are carried out in compliance with Company policies and Vessel
• Management System; propose to the Master DP to review the operation manual depending on the changes to the equipment or standard operating procedures and reports to the Master DP unsafe acts/conditions and other issues with implications for safe operation, marine environment and navigability, in compliance with HSES procedures
• Determine the volume of oil, fuel and lube required for each voyage, ensuring that efficient and timely ordering of adequate resources and spares has been done; maintain Oil Record Book and Engine Log Book up to date; ensure that DP engine room operations, are carried out as per Company procedures if required
• Maintain written instructions to all watch-keeping engineers, monthly technical report, records of periodical and emergency maintenance performed, vessel technical library and equipment user manual; ensure permit to work system and relevant isolation procedures are understood and observed by all technical staff
• Work closely to the Master DP, deliver general daily operation of the engine room to their primary assistant, communicate work status at end of the shift and issue the handover report
• Store Management: monitor the stock value trend; it will be important to ensure the availability of those spare parts required for the maintenance of the critical equipment in order to avoid any disruption of the vessel's operation while keeping also a responsible approach in term of stock value
• Support the Master DP with reference to Marine QMS Technical Matters/Documents connected with this Specific Discipline,in line with ISO Standards, Quality Policies, Clients requirements (as applicable), Corporate/Third Party

Requirements
• Ensure correct Equipment/Materials Procurement process, including delivered goods conformity to established requirements
• Ensure correct NCR Management within specific Discipline
• Ensure correct MOC system implementation within specific discipline
• Feed Lessons Learned System as applicable
• Be responsible for Measuring Instruments/Equipment Calibration Management, including Logs surveillance, updating and
• Traceability to Instrument/Equipment (Including QC Inspection Equipment)
• Be responsible for Engines Area related Corporate/Client/Third Party Reporting applicable
• Support ASSET PMT with defining Engine Room/Equipment related Maintenance SOW

About the Company

MECS Africa is a service-oriented business that focuses exclusively on manpower management, offering an effective, relevant human resources (HR) solution to a diverse client base. With more than 33 years experience in recruitment and project support across Africa, we have the knowledge and expertise to fully address the demands of manpower management in the mining, engineering, construction, offshore oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation and agricultural sectors.

Well assist clients in a way that strengthens both their permanent HR structures and project-based staffing requirements. This enhances business performance through the support and management of an atypical workforce and the provision of global best practice recruitment services.